Santa Margherita Ligure Castle

A medieval site.

This former castle now provides a wonderful view over the bay at Santa Margherita. It is easy to get to and free. On the day we visited it also had an exhibition by a local painter.

Looks better from afar

The castle looks good in the morning sun from the boat dock. But it is not open to the public even though a flag is still flying on top of the tower.

small, old, with good views

We went to see the view from up here and not so much because of the castle which is nice but not a must see.

Small and old

Quite small fort overlooking the harbour. Although it's a nice sight, fort itself looked in ruins and abandoned for good.

Fort overlooking the harbor

This is a fort that once protected the harbor from raids by Saracen pirates. It was constructed in 1550, and ceased to have any military significance in the late 1800’s.